Dis grass (Ampelodesmos mauritanicus)
Care, watering, light and tips for Dis grass on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Poaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
About Dis grass
Ampelodesmos mauritanicus, also known as diss, is a large perennial grass native to the Mediterranean region. It forms dense clumps of long, arching, grey-green leaves that can reach up to 2-3 meters in height. It is ideal for low-maintenance gardens, Mediterranean gardens, or for slope revegetation, providing a rustic texture and elegant movement in the wind.
Native range
Mediterranean region, especially North Africa and Southern Europe
Care tips
This plant is extremely hardy and prefers full sun for optimal growth, also tolerating some partial shade. It is very drought-tolerant once established, requiring occasional watering only during prolonged dry spells. It adapts to a wide range of soils, including poor and rocky ones, as long as they have good drainage. A common mistake is overwatering, which can lead to root rot, as it is adapted to arid conditions.
How to save a dying Dis grass
- Warning signs
- Dry, yellowing or brown leaves from the base. Brown and brittle tips. Lack of vigor.
- First aid
- Move to full sun. Water deeply (once a week in summer). Cut dry leaves. Avoid waterlogging.
- What kills it
- Excessive shade and continuous lack of watering. Does not tolerate constant root moisture.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, it is very hardy. With sun and proper watering, it usually regrows strongly.